Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation over a number of issues in the 18th edition of his ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme on Sunday.

The Election Commission earlier gave nod to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s radio broadcast with instructions that it should adhere to the Model Code of Conduct in force due to assembly polls in five states.(PTI Photo)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in the 18th edition of his ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme on Sunday it was important to take football to every village in the country.

The Election Commission earlier gave a nod to the radio broadcast with instructions that it should adhere to the Model Code of Conduct in force due to assembly polls in five states.

Here are highlights of Modi’s address:

If the citizens of my country are healthy, then India will also be healthy

A few days ago there was TB day. To fight TB you need correct and complete treatment

World TB day was observed on March 24. We are not scared of this disease anymore because we know that it is curable

April 7 is the World Health Day and this year its theme is diabetes

Our lifestyle is the biggest reason of rising cases of diabetes

Water conservation is something all of us need to work on and everyone should be connected to a People’s Movement to conserve water

Water level is going down gradually; we should work to conserve water

A few days ago there was TB day. To fight TB you need correct and complete treatment

This is a very important time for farmers. All of us have to think about one thing and that is water conservation

Shilpa shared on @mygovindia that we should ensure that we offer water to those who sell milk, newspapers, deliver posts etc.

PM emphasises on cleanliness at tourist spots across India.

My young friends, don’t let your holidays go just like that. Pick up one skill during the holidays.

FIFA Under-17 is an opportunity for India. Send your suggestions on the Narendra Modi App for branding India on global scale.

India had a good run in football earlier but that is not the case now. Our rankings are also very low.

I see that our youth is enjoying football like EPL. It’s important to take football to every village and FIFA U-17 is a great opportunity.

Due to the tournament that we are hosting, we will get an opportunity to create good sporting infrastructure also.

PM congratulates Indian cricket team for their wins against Pakistan & Bangladesh & conveys best wishes for the match today.